Miri marks 20 years as city with flag-raising ceremony amid drizzle and dedication
MIRI: A light drizzle did little to dampen the patriotic spirit as more than 500 staff gathered at the Miri City Council’s Marina building this morning for a flag-raising ceremony marking the 20th anniversary of Miri’s city status. Presiding over the solemn yet celebratory occasion was Miri Mayor Adam Yii Siew Sang, who reflected on […]
Pre-Gawai flag-raising ceremony celebrates Sarawak unity
KUCHING: This month’s Raising of the Ibu Pertiwi Flag ceremony took on a festive atmosphere with its Pre-Gawai edition, highlighted by cultural dance performances from the Dayak Cultural Association. Organised monthly by the Kuching North City Commission (DBKU), the ceremony is held to honour Sarawak’s sovereignty while fostering unity and appreciation for its rich cultural […]
Rain fails to deter enthusiasm at flag-raising ceremony
KUCHING: A steady drizzle did little to dampen the enthusiasm of those who turned up for this year’s first Ibu Pertiwi flag-raising ceremony here. It was officiated by Tourism, Creative Industry, and Performing Arts Minister, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. With umbrellas in hand, an estimated 150 government officers, private agency representatives, and city […]
Ibu Pertiwi flag-raising ceremony celebrates cultural diversity
KUCHING: The Ibu Pertiwi flag-raising ceremony, themed around traditional or ethnic attire, took place at Dataran Ibu Pertiwi here at 8am today (Oct 6). The ceremony, which symbolised the spirit of unity and tolerance among the diverse communities of Sarawak, was officiated by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. “Significantly, despite our differences […]
Kuching folk invited to attend Ibu Pertiwi flag-raising ceremony on Sept 8
KUCHING: Residents of the city are encouraged to attend the monthly flag-raising ceremony of Ibu Pertiwi, taking place on Sunday (Sept 8) at Dataran Ibu Pertiwi. The ceremony, which will begin at 8am, will be officiated by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. Featuring a formal honour guard parade, the event honours the sovereignty […]
Flag-raising ceremony fosters patriotism
KUCHING: The monthly raising ceremony of Ibu Pertiwi plays a pivotal role in fostering patriotism within the community, serving as a symbol of loyalty and pride in Sarawak’s achievements. Deputy Minister of Utility and Telecommunication (Utility) Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi said the ceremony aims to involve the local community, including leaders, residents and their […]
Flag-raising ceremony to inculcate patriotism
KUCHING: Sarawak Day should be honoured by the locals because Sarawak declared self-governing on July 22, 1963, which led to Sarawak’s involvement in the formation of the Federation of Malaysia on September 16, 1963, said Sarawak Information director Swady Guliling. To celebrate this year’s Sarawak Day and also the Merdeka month, the state Information Department […]
